The Republic of Gambia, commonly known as Gambia, is a country located in West Africa. It is surrounded by Senegal on land. With 11,295 square kilometers, it is the smallest country on the African continent. The Gambia River runs through the center of the country and flows to the Atlantic Ocean. Gambia separated from the United Kingdom in 1965. Gambia has a population of 1.91 million (2014) and is the world’s lowest developed country One.
Flag (Flag of Gambia)
Emblem (National Emblem)
🎵 Anthem (Instrumental)
🎤 Anthem (Vocal)
For The Gambia, our homeland
We strive and work and pray,
That all may live in unity,
Freedom and peace each day.
Let justice guide our actions
Towards the common good,
And join our diverse peoples
To prove man's brotherhood.
We pledge our firm allegiance,
Our promise we renew;
Keep us, great God of nations,
To The Gambia ever true.
For The Gambia, our homeland
We strive and work and pray,
That all may live in unity,
Freedom and peace each day.
Let justice guide our actions
Towards the common good,
And join our diverse peoples
To prove man's brotherhood.
We pledge our firm allegiance,
Our promise we renew;
Keep us, great God of nations,
To The Gambia ever true.
Gambia
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About the National Anthem
'For The Gambia Our Homeland'-For The Gambia Our Homeland
'For The Gambia Our Homeland' is the national anthem of Gambia. The writer is by Virgenia Julia Howe, composed by Jerry Frederick Howe, was adapted from the traditional tunes of Mandinka. This national anthem was composed of an international national anthem before the independence of Gambia in 1965. Produced during the national flag competition.
'For The Gambia Our Homeland' is the national anthem of Gambia. The writer is by Virgenia Julia Howe, composed by Jerry Frederick Howe, was adapted from the traditional tunes of Mandinka. This national anthem was composed of an international national anthem before the independence of Gambia in 1965. Produced during the national flag competition.
Flag Meaning
The ratio is 2:3. The red, blue and green three horizontal flags, among which the blue bars have white borders on top and bottom. White symbolizes fraternity and endeavor; white borders and blue bars are also It symbolizes the Gambia River and the avenue on both sides of the river. Red symbolizes the savannah, and green symbolizes the lush forest.
Emblem Meaning
The Gambia National Emblem was opened on November 18, 1964. The central pattern is green, white, and Blue three-color shield emblem with a hoe and an axe painted in the middle. There are two golden lions holding axe and hoe on the left and right. There are helmets on the shield, decorated with yellow and blue corollas and garlands, and palm trees. The ribbon is written in English. There is a national motto 'Progress, Peace, Prosperity'.
🔗 External Resources & Travel Guide
- 📖 Wikipedia: Gambia - History, politics, and geography
- 📊 CIA World Factbook: Gambia - Official government statistics & maps
- ✈️ Wikivoyage: Gambia - Travel guide, attractions, and transport